An Oakland, CA native who is a photographer, graphic designer, videographer, and all around creative. Starting photography 2 years ago which has changed his perspective on life, he gave himself the name Shooter Jones (also known as Flash Jones as Al Patron has called him). He sometimes applies Jay-Z lyrics to his daily life as a way of motivation, since Shawn Carter is his consultant.

An Oakland, CA native who is a photographer, graphic designer, videographer, and all around creative. Starting photography 2 years ago which has changed his perspective on life, he gave himself the name Shooter Jones (also known as Flash Jones as Al Patron has called him). He sometimes applies Jay-Z lyrics to his daily life as a way of motivation, since Shawn Carter is his consultant.

Coeur Noir is an autofiction novel written by Al Patron. The title is Haitian Creole for black heart or heart of black, in reference to the traits of the main protagonist, Nikolas Daniel...who may or may not be based on Al Patron himself. A coming of age novel Coeur Noir will evoke emotional reactions ranging from but not limited to crying & laughter, all while detailing a path to greatness for Al Pa...pardon...Nikolas Daniel.